RESPONSIBILITIES:

Ÿ   Based on an approved demand plan, formulate an inventory deployment plan, and suggested allocation quantities to support it

Ÿ   Set and maintain store deployment parameters in JDA Fulfilment, taking into account constraints and inputs such as inventory levels by store cluster, lead time and order cycle, timing of merchandise delivery, minimum presentation quantity/safety stock, distribution size and frequency

Ÿ   Work with Logistics to resolve external constraints that impact inventory flow to distribution centers and stores, including but not limited to regulatory release, DC capacities, lead time, holiday schedules…

Ÿ   Taking into account updated demand plans, propose revised deployment of inventory

Ÿ   Manage solutions to exceptions that occur in the deployment process

Ÿ   Manage inventory in support of major events i.e. item launch, promotions, new stores, relocations

Ÿ   Problem solve with cross-functional partners to resolve inventory issues and proactively address constraints

Ÿ   Identify system inputs from cross-functional teams impacting inventory fulfillment that require further updates to optimize flow

Ÿ   Identify and address future inventory issues to reduce impact to the business, based on time-phased plan

Ÿ   Review and analyze weekly store performance/inventory levels; recommend changes to forecasts

Ÿ   Ensure high store in stock while optimizing store inventory turn

Support and present Weekly Cross Functional Operational call

EXPERIENCE:

Ÿ   At least 4 years of inventory management, replenishment and allocation or store experience

Ÿ   Experience in high volume, multi-location distribution environment or equivalent MRP experience in multi-plant manufacturing environment preferred

Ÿ   High level of technical proficiency using Microsoft Excel, Access to analyze large volumes of data

Ÿ   Retail supply chain knowledge

Ÿ   Technical proficiency using Manugistics, SAP and Microstrategy preferred

Ÿ   Excellent statistical/quantitative analysis skills

Ÿ   Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and customer types/levels

Ÿ   Excellent communication, prioritizing and problem-solving skills

Ÿ   Ability to be a team player and to foster a commitment to teamwork among associate

Ÿ   Fluency in English

Ÿ   International experience a plus

EDUCATION:

·         Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience required